1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 70 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1398 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 44 L |